Deputy Principal

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2026 with possible extension and/or permanency

Balga Primary School (PS) is committed to creating a dynamic learning community where our staff work tirelessly every day to realise our vision of providing a learning environment where all students are respected, valued, and encouraged to do their best in a supportive and caring environment. We are committed to setting high expectations for our students.

Through our motto “We Aim High”, we seek to support all students to achieve their goals. Educators employ evidence-based strategies within a defined whole school approach to maximise the impact they have on student learning. Our focus is on delivering high quality pastoral care and support services to ensure EVERY student can thrive. In addition, we offer innovative specialist programs that cater for a range of student interests and focus on the development of skills and talents in both learning and health and wellbeing.

Find out more about our school by visiting balgaps.wa.edu.au or Schools Online

The Role

We are seeking to appoint a Deputy Principal who is a dedicated and enthusiastic instructional leader who can keep growing excellence in teaching and learning, commit to care and belonging and connect our community.

The successful applicant will ideally have exceptional knowledge, skills, and experience in being able to lead and compliment the pedagogical direction of our school. This is inclusive of understanding and having experience with instructional coaching to support teacher efficacy to continue to promote the culture of professional growth with all staff in the school.

The successful applicant should also have a sound understanding of managing students at educational risk, utilising resourcing effectively and providing opportunities for students to reach their potential. In this role, you will ideally build strong relationships with staff and students with a focus on social and emotional well-being, restorative practice, and positive approaches. You will ideally display an ability to lead collaborative teams through evidence-based improvement processes to ensure student achievement and work closely with teachers in class or in a support capacity to assist with individual education goals.

The successful applicant will ideally be required to lead and manage some of the below key areas:

• Whole school approach to lesson design, curriculum and methodologies including Explicit Direct Instruction and Daily Reviews.
• Leading professional learning for staff through coaching, mentoring and performance development of staff.
• Strong behaviour management skills as part of a whole school positive education focus (PBS).
• Tiered Response to Intervention (including disability resourcing.)
• Adopt a strengths-based approach in leading and supporting teachers of students with special needs and maintain a case management approach involving parents, teachers, support staff, school psychologist, chaplain and any other DOE or external agency that can assist students to progress in their learning.
• The embedding of Aboriginal perspectives, Early Years Learning Framework, ICT, STEM and Sustainability across the curriculum.
• Data analysis as the basis for evidence-based decision making.
• Track, monitor and promote positive attendance habits with students and families
• Establish a strong rapport with students and families.

The successful applicant will ideally have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a high level of organisational skills to work with our team to incorporate strategic intent into operational plans which maximise student engagement, motivation, and achievement.

Professional Benefits

Working for the Department of Education you will enjoy a range of benefits including competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, training and career development opportunities and attractive leave provisions. Find out more about the benefits by visiting professional and personal benefits.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Kate Burke, Principal, on (08) 9253 4500 or emailing kate.burke@education.wa.edu.au

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must:

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• hold registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website or in the attached application package.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one (1) being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include:

• A CV of up to three (3) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A four (4) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
  • Demonstrated capacity to provide effective leadership in a diverse range of educational settings.
  • High level of interpersonal and public relations skills that demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to achieve planned outcomes.
  • Demonstrated professional knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure a high level of educational outcomes for all students (e.g. Aboriginal students, students from diverse ethnic backgrounds and students with special needs).
  • Demonstrated capacity to manage staff, physical and financial resources

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/DP1003201

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 10 November 2025